An 87 year life well-lived.
On May 16th in Valleyfield, QC, Mom passed away with her loving family by her side. Born in Grand Falls, NB in 1928 to Herbert and Gladys, she eventually met Dad and in 1949 they began their lives together. Following their wedding, they started their legacy – their children, Kristen (Doug), Pepper/Howie (Elane), Kandis (Mike), Scott, Nancy (Peter), Wayne, Carole (Edward) and Blake. The family grew to include grandchildren Laura, Dana, H.L., Jeremy, Jessie, William, Jenna and family pets, Sandy, Jack and, especially, Fudge. Mom is survived by her sister, Carole Michaud of Grand Falls and is lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Mom had no greater joy than to be surrounded by her children, enjoying Tia Maria after dinner, listening to Nat King Cole and bantering about her beloved Blackhawks – lots of loonies and toonies exchanged between her and Blake! We will miss seeing her feeding her blue jays or sitting at the dining table with her coffee and challenging us with her crossword skills. Our heartfelt thanks to our family friend, Norma, for her loving support and special care to us and her Donita. A private gathering for family and friends will be held at a later date to celebrate Mom’s remarkable life. Flowers to the family home or donation to the CNIB are appreciated (www.cnib.ca).
My thoughts and prayers are with you in these sad moments.
Your Mom was a kind and generous person.
I remember her from my CVR day’s, when I spent time at your home on Viau street.
I wish all of you lot’s of love and health.
All my deepest condolences to the family.
Mom you will never be forgotten
Dear Howie, Elan and family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May you always smile when you recall fond memories about her.
My deepest Sympathy on the sad loss of your Dear Mother…”My Lovely Donita”
Norma Alonzo
Howie and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you be comforted during this time of loss by remembering, the long and fruitful life she lived.
Our heartfelt condolences to the Stoughton family from Howie’s Florida friends. We didn’t know Howie’s mother personally but she had to have been a wonderful person to have raised such an outstanding son.
Our deepest sympathy and condolence to the family.
Dear Nancy,
Our thoughts are with you and your beautiful family in these difficult times.
We were very fond of your Mom and will keep wonderful memories of her.
Au revoir Madame Stoughton.
Hawks all the way in 2015 !
Our thoughts have been with you and your family this week, Kandis. No matter the age, it is difficult and sad to lose your mom. She sounded like a delightful woman. I hope the time your family has been able to spend together this week has allowed old memories to be shared and enjoyed, and new ones to blossom.
My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time Kandis. I’m sorry that I never had the opportunity to meet your mom, she sounds like an incredible woman who made an impact on many people. It seems you all have some very fond memories of her – hold those close now and always. Sending my deepest condolences and lots of love your way. xoxo
Elane’s and Howie, you are in our thoughts and prayers.